Wellbeing

Ruth Simmonds, Education project manager at the Mental Health Foundation, explores the importance of bringing nature into primary schools.

Tracy Godfroy is a child psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. She advises teachers on how to support young people who are experiencing mental health problems as a result of traumatic experiences and offers her classroom communication tips.

Schools throughout the country have noted the profound impact of COVID-19 on children and young people's mental health (CYPMH) and experts agree that an integrated, whole-school approach is essential to tackle the issues. Here's our guide to organisations that can offer support and advice.

Dr Sarah Bell is a qualified teacher and Senior Research Associate in young people’s public health at Bristol University Medical School. Here Sarah discusses the importance of mental health and wellbeing research in schools.

Head of department and author Andy Sammons shares his first-hand experiences of the effects of stress and anxiety on teachers' mental health, and argues powerfully for the importance of self-care and putting yourself first.

Andrew Cowley is a former deputy headteacher and has written a number of books and resources on teacher wellbeing. He shares his strategic advice for senior leaders in schools about leading with values as you develop your wellbeing strategy.